Bishop State Community College is a state-supported, two-year, public, historically black college (HBCU) in Mobile, Alabama. This urban community college serves the residents of Mobile and Washington counties in southwest Alabama through four city campuses.
Founded in 1927, the college provides an open-admission environment with various programs of study, including Academic Transfer, Health Sciences, Career and Technical Education, and Workforce Development. The institution offers specialized services such as Adult Education/GED, Early College Programs, and an International Student Program. Students can access various campus resources including the Learning Assistance Center, tutoring, academic advising, and the library. The college also manages various student affairs through the Office of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs, Student Services, and the Student Organizations department.
The college provides essential academic pathways, such as general education courses designed for credit transfer to any public college. Through its various divisions, the institution focuses on middle-skills jobs in Alabama and provides comprehensive support via the Wildcat CARE program and virtual career services.
Bishop State Community College remains a dedicated educational resource for the Mobile and Washington county communities.